Lot details Registration No: AVR345T Chassis No: GHN5-473787G Mot Expiry: June 2007
Introduced in 1962, the MGB Roadster enjoyed an eighteen-year production run. With nicely balanced handling and a good turn of speed, it merited the old MG marketing slogan 'Safety Fast'. Based around a monocoque chassis featuring independent coil-sprung front suspension and a leaf-sprung 'live' rear axle, its 1798cc 'B' series four-cylinder engine was allied to four-speed manual transmission. Capable of over 100mph (especially if specified with overdrive), the provision of disc/drum brakes and rack and pinion steering greatly aided control. Today, it enjoys a very strong following and with its GT sister has spawned a dedicated support industry making it among the most practical and cost effective of all classic cars.
Finished in green with black and orange striped cloth upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "very good" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed manual plus overdrive gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres. Reportedly part of a private collection between 1991 and 2004, 'AVR 345T' is further understood to have covered just 79,000 miles from new. Apparently "only driven in dry weather" and "always garaged", the MG is said to have been "maintained regardless of cost" and to have benefited from "new parts too numerous to list". Boasting a stainless steel exhaust and half / full tonneau, it rides on correct type Rostyle wheels. An appealing way to welcome in the summer months, 'AVR 345T' is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until June 7th 2007.
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